The confidence that came from the ancient martial arts heritage of the Perez family was so formidable that even Percival found himself at a loss for words in front of it.

Vivienne grabbed Jasper by the arm, fearing he might decide to send the entire Perez clan to protect her. "Grandpa, I'm not in any danger, and I'm perfectly healthy. I didn't say anything earlier because I didn't want to stir up trouble at such a critical time. It's not as

complicated as you think."

After a moment of silence, Jasper finally shifted his gaze to Percival, his eyes filled with an intimidating pressure. "Is everything really okay?"

Percival finally found his voice, earnestly explaining to Jasper, "Grandpa, it's my fault. Vivienne was a bit emotional in the early stages of her pregnancy, so after discussing it with my coach, we decided not to disclose this. We didn't anticipate it would lead to such a major misunderstanding."

Hearing this, the tension in Jasper seemed to dissipate, and he waved his hand dismissively, "We're family. There's no need for formalities."

"You did the right thing. Given Vivienne's status, it's always better to be cautious with such significant matters."

With the situation clarified, Jasper's worries were eased.

To Vivienne, who looked a bit pale, he said tenderly, "If Vivienne doesn't want to say anything, I'll act as if I don't know. Not a word to anyone, including your uncles, until you're ready to tell them yourself."

Vivienne and Percival exchanged a look, smiles creeping onto their faces, "Thank you, Grandpa."

Finally, Jasper smiled, nodded, and stood up to leave.

With a young man from the Ellington family by his granddaughter's side, he had nothing to worry about.

At dinner, Jasper managed to suppress the topic in front of everyone, "Vivienne is fine, just go about your business as usual."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

The uncles and aunts adored Vivienne no less than Jasper did. As long as she was fine, they wouldn't interfere too much.

Especially after the head of the family had spoken, they naturally followed suit.

Before leaving, Vivienne went to say goodbye to Finnian.

Just as she entered the backyard, she encountered a group of apprentices standing there like a wall.

he noticed their gazes fixed on his arm around

lifted his arm, pulling her closer into his

he could do as he pleased, and no one could say

tension, took the lead in speaking, "What's

around him, Jerry cleared his throat before answering Vivienne's question, "We were just saying goodbye to Vivienne and the coach before we leave."

was gone, there was no

leaving?" Vivienne didn't bother

didn't see any issue

kindness was never just superficial, and she didn't bother to keep it on the

from Emerald Mountain needed help, a single call

bully their only Vivienne in their presence, and Vivienne

one of concern, "We'll be leaving in a bit. Seeing you're okay

as you're doing well, that's all that matters to

this visit was rushed because of work at the company. We can't stay long, but we'll

and fourth brothers, Daniel and Eric, didn't speak, but their concern was evident

here early, just to see

here to support Vivienne, but the opposition was too strong. Instead of helping, they almost

in a single move, let alone

frustrating to admit

truly surprised them

the tactical retreat, his strength was revealed

have the looks,

Vivienne was clearly smitten.

the closed

The youngest, Larry, half-jokingly

observed the stars last night and foresaw a few days of bad luck ahead. He's decided to retreat to the mountains for

possessions, not even letting

they really wanted those treasures, hiding them

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